Meaning & use
cleansing
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The act or process of removing dirt, impurities, or unwanted substances thoroughly.
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Her nightly skincare routine ends with a gentle cleansing of her face.
The team scheduled a deep cleansing of the water tanks before the season began.
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"Cleansing" can also function as an adjective ("a cleansing ritual") and often implies a more thorough or symbolic process than ordinary "cleaning."
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purificationwashing
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